Research Principal Scientist

Overview

Waters Corporation is a global leader in the design and manufacture of analytical laboratory instruments, software, and consumables. We are currently seeking a Research Principal Scientist to work within the mass spectrometry research team based at our MS Technologies Centre in Wilmslow, UK, or one of Waters’ technology research centres worldwide. In this role you will contribute to, and help shape the future of, Waters mass spectrometry technology, address customers' challenges and advance the frontiers of science in a wide range of disciplines. This includes undertaking research and development into all aspects of cutting-edge mass spectrometry technology, including quadrupole mass filters, time-of-flight mass spectrometers, charge detection (Fourier Transform) mass spectrometers and ion mobility separators.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• To undertake research and development into the next generation of Waters mass spectrometry technology, working with engineers to produce prototypes to deliver proofs of concept for commercial development
• Understanding Waters customers’ evolving needs
• Building an understanding of the relevant underlying physics of innovative technology
• Ion optical modelling
• Design, construct and evaluate complex technology and concepts
• Hands-on experimental work
• Continuous learning to stay abreast of latest technology, including attending and presenting at international scientific conferences and interacting with customers and collaborators
• Presenting results to internal and external audiences
• Participate in and leading agile teams across mixed disciplines
• Contribute towards Waters’ IP portfolio
  
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a science or engineering discipline and eight years mass spectrometry or ion mobility hardware development experience or higher degree and four years relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Good problem solving skills
• Ability to work autonomously
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills
  
  
  

Any of the following experiences would be desirable but not essential as training would be provided to you:

• Scientific/engineering programming experience
• Mathematical modelling experience
• Ion optical modelling experience
• Use of advanced test equipment (e.g. oscilloscopes)
• Data analysis skills
• Practical laboratory experience
• Liquid Chromatography experience
• Vacuum technologies
• Ionisation techniques
  
  
  

In addition to a competitive salary, we work flexibly and provide 25 days holidays, excellent family friendly benefits such as attractive employer pension contribution, life assurance, income protection and private medical and dental cover. With Waters, there are plenty of opportunities for you to grow, develop and contribute.

We know that sometimes the perfect candidate does not exist, and that people can be put off applying for a job if they do not fit all the requirements. If you are excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we are looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could be just what we need! We believe strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, Waters is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment.

We can make reasonable adjustments to our interview process according to your needs.

Company Description

Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), the world's leading specialty measurement company, has pioneered chromatography, mass spectrometry and thermal analysis innovations serving the life, materials, and food sciences for over 60 years. With approximately 8,000 employees worldwide, Waters operates directly in 35 countries, including 15 manufacturing facilities, with products available in more than 100 countries. Our team focuses on creating business advantages for laboratory-dependent organizations to enable significant advancement in healthcare delivery, environmental management, food safety, and water quality.

Working at Waters enables our employees to unlock the potential of their careers. Our global team is driven by purpose. We strive to be better, learn and improve every day in everything we do. We’re the problem solvers and innovators that aren’t afraid to take risks to transform the world of human health and well-being. We’re all in it together delivering benefit as one to provide the insights needed today in order to solve the challenges of tomorrow.

Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our core values at Waters Corporation. It is our responsibility to actively implement programs and practices to drive inclusive behavior and increase diversity across the organization. We are united by diversity and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, our customers and our community. Waters is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or protected Veteran status.